Wahkiakum School District

Nestled in a distant rural setting, the Wahkiakum School District serves the local community of Cathlamet, Washington, from its administrative facility at 500 S. Third St. Operating as an active, traditional public school system independent of charter or supervisory union management, the district manages two operational schools offering a complete educational pathway from kindergarten through 12th grade. According to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the district provides primary and secondary instruction to a total enrollment of 399 students, delivering a personalized academic experience tailored to its small-town Pacific Northwest setting.

The district’s student body consists of 219 male and 180 female learners, encompassing a community demographic that includes 314 White students, 50 Hispanic students, and 30 multiracial students, along with Asian, American Indian, and Black student representation. To foster academic growth and student well-being, Wahkiakum School District employs a comprehensive workforce of roughly 91.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes over 45 FTE teachers, nearly 3 FTE instructional aides, and more than 43 FTE support staff, ensuring a favorable student-to-educator ratio. For families, prospective students, and education researchers, the district stands out as a strong example of a well-staffed, community-centered rural public school system.